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Law students bridge international human rights law theory and practice on visit to Seminole Tribe of Florida

University of Miami School of Law students and faculty spent a day with the Seminole Tribe of Florida to explore Indigenous rights, language preservation, and cultural sovereignty.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/08/law-students-bridge-international-human-rights-law-theory-and-practice-on-visit-to-seminole-tribe-of-florida.html


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Miami Law names Michael J. States inaugural Associate Dean for Student Services & Support and Dean of Students

The position reflects a strategic commitment to student success, uniting the core elements of the student experience under one cohesive framework.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/08/university-of-miami-school-of-law-names-michael-j-states-inaugural-associate-dean-for-student-services-support-and-dean-of-students.html




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Arianne Ontiveros named 2026 Intellectual Property Law Institute Scholar

University of Miami law student Arianne Ontiveros is merging her background in branding and litigation to build a career in trademark protection.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/07/arianne-ontiveros-named-2026-intellectual-property-law-institute-scholar.html




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From classroom to the courtroom: How the Environmental Justice Clinic is fighting for Miami communities

From securing a historic litigation milestone in the "Old Smokey" case to hands-on engagement with scientific experts at Silver Blue Lake, students in the School of Law’s Environmental Justice Clinic are advocating for Miami communities.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/07/from-classroom-to-the-courtroom-how-the-environmental-justice-clinic-is-fighting-for-miami-communities.html


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Meet Wes Turner: The J.D./M.B.A. student navigating the future of business and law

From leading the Black Law Student Association to co-creating an award-winning tech solution for Microsoft, discover how this Miami Law dual-degree student is carving out his own niche.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/07/meet-wes-turner-the-j.d.m.b.a-student-navigating-the-future-of-business-and-law.html


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School of Law students deliver life-changing victories in family law and disability rights cases

Through the Children and Youth Law Clinic, students gained invaluable courtroom experience while obtaining life-changing legal victories for vulnerable clients under the supervision of Professor Kele Stewart.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/07/school-of-law-students-deliver-life-changing-victories-in-family-law-and-disability-rights-cases.html


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From evidence to impact: Sydney Perkins honored for work in Innocence Clinic

The rising 3L received the Markus Award for her tireless advocacy, exceptional work ethic, and commitment to post-conviction justice.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/07/sydney-perkins-honored-for-work-in-innocence-clinic.html


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How Miami Law student Janaye Dowers navigates AI, privacy, and the future of law

By staying versatile, looking ahead, and building genuine connections, Dowers is charting her own path through a rapidly changing legal landscape.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/06/how-miami-law-student-janaye-dowers-navigates-ai-privacy-and-the-future-of-law.html


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School of Law team makes history as first U.S. finalist in Inter-American Human Rights Moot in 28 years

Two law students achieved a historic milestone in Washington, D.C., and achieved best oralist, best victims’ brief, and best English-speaking oralist in the prestigious competition.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/06/miami-law-team-makes-history-as-first-u.s-finalist-in-inter-american-human-rights-moot-in-28-years.html


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From classroom to World Cup: School of Law’s partnership with FIFA delivers real-world opportunities to students

As Miami takes center stage for the World Cup, the University of Miami School of Law is leveraging its unique position as home to FIFA’s North American legal operations to unlock career pathways for students.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/06/miami-laws-partnership-with-fifa-delivers-real-world-opportunities-to-students.html


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Carla Rubio named one of five nationwide to receive prestigious Order of Barristers scholarship

The rising third-year law student was honored for her outstanding dedication to trial and appellate advocacy.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/06/carla-rubio-named-one-of-five-nationwide-to-receive-prestigious-order-of-barristers-scholarship.html